YES on the California Immunology Research & Cures Initiative

Advancing life-saving immunology and immunotherapy research for all Californians

The California Immunology Research & Cures Initiative on the November 2026 ballot will fund cutting-edge immunology and immunotherapy research to prevent and cure common diseases that impact millions of Californians, including cancers, heart disease, and Alzheimer's.

Key reasons to support the CA Immunology Research & Cures Initiative:

Provides critical funding for immunology research

Dedicated funding for cancer, Alzheimer's and heart disease research

Fosters collaboration between leading scientists and physicians

Mandates strong accountability and transparency

Bond funds and interest repaid to state

Requires 20% discount on medicines and cures for Californians

What are Immunology and Immunotherapies?

Immunology is the field of medical science focused on understanding the immune system and its role in preventing and treating diseases. By supporting immunology research and the development of innovative immunotherapies for diseases like cancer, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson's and heart disease, this initiative will provide significant benefits for California families.

Learn about Cures in our Lifetime

What Our Supporters Are Saying

  • "Blood Cancer United strongly supports the California Immunology Research & Cures Initiative. This measure will strengthen California’s research and clinical trial infrastructure, helping ensure patients can access cutting-edge therapies sooner while accelerating the search for cures."

    Adam Zarrin, Director of State Government Affairs
    Blood Cancer United
  • "The Parkinson Association of Northern California supports the California Immunology Research & Cures Initiative because it drives disease-modifying research focused on slowing or stopping Parkinson’s, and this measure holds real potential to save lives."

    Jan Whitney, Executive Director
    Parkinson Association of Northern California
  • "This measure is an important part of the equation to help close the gap in health outcomes for black Californians and other vulnerable communities."

    Rhonda Smith, Executive Director
    California Black Health Network
  • "We believe California should lead the nation in science funding and this measure is a prime example of how strategic investment can improve the health and outcomes of all Californians."

    Margaret Hitchcock, Ph.D., President
    California Colorectal Cancer Coalition
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Our Growing Coalition

Blood Cancer United
Parkinson Association of Northern California
California Black Health Network
California Colorectal Cancer Coalition

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Signature gathering is happening now! Sign our petition today to help qualify our measure for the 2026 California statewide ballot.